The CDC's analysis of the first severe case of bird flu in the U.S. revealed rare mutations in the virus, raising concerns about its potential impact on host cells.
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Researchers recommend closer monitoring of kidney function in hospitalized COVID-19 patients to enable early detection and management of chronic kidney disease.
Merck discontinuing Zinplava, an antibody drug designed to prevent the recurrence of a bacterial infection that can lead to fatal diarrhea, as disclosed on the FDA's website.
When combining hydroxychloroquine with azithromycin, researchers reported 100% virological cure by day 6 compared to 57.1% with hydroxychloroquine alone and 12.5% in controls - though the now-retracted study's small sample included just 6 patients receiving both drugs.
The U.S. reports its first severe human case of bird flu, impacting dairy herds and farm workers. California declares an emergency over the H5N1 virus as it spreads more widely and infects dozens of workers.
A highly drug-resistant strain of cholera, AFR13 7PET, is spreading globally, causing major outbreaks and posing a threat to antibiotic treatments, as emphasized by study leader Francois-Xavier Weill.